Recall 12V-357
MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS recalled the 2001 to 2008 Mazda Tribute: Vehicle speed control (cables); Engine and engine cooling.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 12V-357
- Reported
- July 27, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 217,500 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Mazda is recalling certain model year 2001 through 2006, and 2008, Tribute vehicles equipped with 3.0L V6 engines and speed control. Inadequate clearance between the engine cover and the speed control cable connector could result in a stuck throttle when the accelerator pedal is fully or almost-fully depressed. This risk exists regardless of whether or not speed control (cruise control) is used.
The risk
A stuck throttle may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop or slow the vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.
The fix
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles by increasing the engine cover clearance, free of charge. Remedy parts are now available. The safety recall began on September 13, 2012. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Assistance Center at 1-[removed], option #6.
Notes from the manufacturer
Mazda's recall campaign number is 6812G.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Mazda Tribute 2001 to 2008